Patient Care Technician, OR

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC seeks a Patient Care Technician for the OR to support the surgical team. You will transport patients, equipment, and supplies to and from the Operating Room, assist nursing staff, and help with patient comfort and prep.

The role requires Basic Life Support and a High School Diploma or equivalent, with at least 6 months of surgical services experience preferred. Join a team dedicated to compassionate care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 6 months clinical experience in surgical services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, equipment, and materials to and from the Operating Room.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care and comfort.
• Perform skin shaves and preps as part of surgical readiness.
• Prepare positioning equipment and safely position patients for procedures.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview
The Patient Care Tech, OR is an integral part of the surgical health care team. Provides assistance to the nursing staff by transporting patients, equipment, and materials to and from the Operating Room. Responsible for performing skin shaves and preps. Provides services that ensure personal needs and comforts of the patient are met. Prepares positioning equipment and safely positions patient for surgical procedures. Basic Life Support Required.

Overview
The Patient Care Tech, OR is an integral part of the surgical health care team. Provides assistance to the nursing staff by transporting patients, equipment, and materials to and from the Operating Room. Responsible for performing skin shaves and preps. Provides services that ensure personal needs and comforts of the patient are met. Prepares positioning equipment and safely positions patient for surgical procedures. Basic Life Support Required.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Not Applicable
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience
6 Months Clinical - Surgical Services Preferred